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Smiles Make the Greatest Gifts

Brighten the holidays for a struggling neighbor

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Millions of American parents cannot afford to buy their kids Christmas presents.

The holidays bring added financial and emotional stress to families living in poverty.

"It was such a blessing to be able to give my children Christmas gifts. I couldn't have done it without Salvation Army."

Holiday times are tough when you can't afford a meal or gifts. The Salvation Army helps families make the holidays bright no matter what.

 

LOVE BEYOND

The Salvation Army brightens the holiday season for those in need through:

Red Kettles
These iconic Red Kettles signal the start of the holiday season. Donations collected in the Red Kettles support the programs and services in your neighborhood and community. Bell ringers are crucial to the success of the Red Kettles. You can volunteer to be a Bell Ringer today. To learn more go to Register to Ring now.

It is a great holiday tradition for family, friends, church organizations, work groups, and more. You can join the Salvation Army of Springfield as a Bell Ringer from November 2nd to December 23rd by volunteering at one of the Red Kettles.

Virtual Red Kettle

Donate from the comfort of your home. Share the link below with family, friends, coworkers and more! Your Virtual Red Kettle and its donations will help us raise much-needed funds for our 2024 Love Beyond Red Kettle Campaign.

salarmy.us/springfieldmovrk2024

Your donations stay in the community in which they are received to help us serve those most in need.

Holiday Meals
The Salvation Army provides Thanksgiving and Christmas meals for community members.

Community Thanksgiving Lunch - 1707 W Chestnut Expressway - November 28, 2024: 11:30 AM

Community Christmas Lunch - 636 N Boonville - December 25, 2024: 12:00 PM (noon)

Senior Citizen Holiday Assistance

Open to anyone 60 years of age and over that resides in Greene County*;  1-$50 Price Cutter gift card & 1-$50 Walgreens gift card.  Online registration opens on October 28, 2024, and will conclude on November 8, 2024. TO REGISTER, GO TO WWW.SAANGELTREE.ORG. Individuals registered online will receive a confirmation and appointment time via the provided email address.  In-person registration assistance will be available on November 4-8, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon) and 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Corps office at 1707 W Chestnut Expressway. Appointment times are given during the in-person registration assistance.

For registered and qualified Senior Citizens, the Holiday Assistance distribution will take place on December 10 at 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (noon) at 1707 W Chestnut Expressway

*REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 115 SENIOR CITIZENS. Participants must provide their photo ID and a recent piece of mail (not junk mail) to verify residency.

Angel Tree

The Salvation Army Angel Tree program allows donors to purchase gifts and clothes for families in need to brighten their holidays. Angel Trees can be found at area Walmart and Sam's Club locations, as well as at The Battlefield Mall, Bass Pro Shops, Hobby Lobby, and various other supporting businesses.

Angel Trees will be present at the supporting businesses and local partners by November 15, 2024. You can find a complete list of local Angel Tree locations by clicking here - Angel Tree Locations 

A Holiday Walmart Registry is available online for those who want to shop from the comfort of their home. All orders will be shipped directly to the Salvation Army of Springfield.  Please visit the Holiday Walmart Registry by clicking HERE

2024 Angel Tree Toy Shop 
The 2024 Angel Tree Toy Shop distribution will be - 

December 17, 2024 9:00 AM-3:30 PM                December 18, 2024 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (noon)

**REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED**

Families with children aged 16 and younger who reside in Greene or Christian counties are encouraged to register for the Angel Tree Toy Shop distribution program.

Online registration opens on October 28, 2024, and will conclude on November 8, 2024. TO REGISTER, GO TO WWW.SAANGELTREE.ORG. Families who register online will receive a confirmation and appointment time via the provided email address. 

In-person registration assistance will be available on November 4-8, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon) and 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Corps office at 1707 W Chestnut Expressway. Appointment times are given during the in-person registration assistance. 

The following items are needed to register:

  1. Valid photo ID for all household members 18 and over - for example: state issued photo ID, passport, One Door IDs (by WellSky), Incarceration ID with name/photo
  2. Child's ID for ALL children 16 years and younger - for example: birth certificate, Medicaid/Insurance card, school registration, immunization record   
  3. Proof of address with applicant’s name such as a current lease or monthly bill.                                                                                                                                                                                                 

The Salvation Army of Springfield partners with a local clearing house to prevent duplication of services. Any household attempting to receive duplicate services will be disqualified from receiving services.                  

**REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 1000 CHILDREN OR 380 HOUSEHOLDS**

 

 

Upcoming Events

Red Kettle Kick Off Event - November 9, 2024

Join us as we kick off the 2024 Red Kettle season with the Red Kettle Rally at The Battlefield Mall! Kick Off will be at 11:00am

Community Thanksgiving Dinner - Novemer 28, 2024

From 11:30 am-1:00pm we serve lunch to anyone in need. Volunteers are needed! For more information, email olin.holland@usc.salvationarmy.org.

Evangel University Christmas Concert - December 6, 2024

Bring a canned food item and enjoy an amazing concert at Evangel University in Spence Chapel at 7:00 pm.

Village Inn Toy Drive - December 7, 2024

Want to give back to the community and get a free meal? Bring a monetary or toy donation to Village Inn on Glenstone between 7 am-1pm and receive a coupon for a free meal on your next visit!

Pinegar Advantage Match Day - December 7, 2024

Pinegar-Honda and Pinegar-Chevrolet will donate $100 for every $20 bill in the Kettle donations on December 7th! Find a Red Kettle near you to donate or help us by ringing the bells!

Angel Tree Toy Shop Distribution Day - December 17-18, 2024

Experience the essence of Christmas by helping families get toys and gifts for a happy holiday in hundreds of homes. Volunteers are needed! For more information, email olin.holland@usc.salvationarmy.org!

Bass Pro Shops Match Week - December 16-23, 2024

Every dollar donated at one of the three Red Kettles at Bass Pro will be matched up to $25,000 this week! Please donate or volunteer to ring! YOu can make a difference!

Community Christmas Dinner- December 25, 2024

From 12:00 PM-1:00 PM, at the Salvation Army Harbor House, we serve Christmas dinner to anyone in need. Volunteers are needed! For more information, email olin.holland@usc.salvationarmy.org

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